Palatka celebrates the season when azaleas bloom with its Florida Azalea Festival. Extreme sadness and stress wilt the beautiful blossoms of life. Your mental health weakens, and your ability to hold up to daily pressures diminishes. If a crisis happens, you lack the mental strength to manage it well.

You tell yourself things would be better if life was just easier. Yet, you know you’ve lived through harder things in the past. You need to improve your mental wellbeing to thrive in whatever situations you face. Talk to a counselor in the Palatka area to bloom into better mental health.

Psychologist Heather Shaver providing different types of therapy in Palatka

Heather Shaver

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCompassion fatigue
3 years offering treatment

I am Heather Shaver, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology form the University of Florida in 2004 and completed my Masters in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Central Florida in 2006. I was originally hired by internship in 2006 where I was a Victim Advocate for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors. Being an advocate taught me how to use my clinical experience and training to help people through crisis and trying times. I took this training and moved forward with my career. I worked with Department of Juvenile Justice in a lock down facility for residential substance abuse, hospice care, home health care, and private practice. Currently I am the Director of Mental Health Services and work with chronically ill adults. I have a vast knowledge and wide range of treatment modalities. I always start where the client is. I believe that building a rapport and connecting with clients is the most important part of counseling. Trust is what will guide you through these process.

Psychologist Tanya L. Tibby providing different types of therapy in Palatka

Tanya L. Tibby

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW,Qualified Supervisor
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
20 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida with over 20 years of experience working as a clinician and in leadership. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting concerns, self esteem, and career challenges. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma and abuse. My counseling style is warm and relaxed. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, narrative, strength based and solution focused therapies. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you! **Please note: I am currently providing sessions for existing/previously seen clients in Florida by appointment only. For existing clients and new clients please message me and we can complete a consultation via messaging to determine next steps. Thank you. Tanya L. Tibby, LCSW

Psychologist Kristi Whitford providing different types of therapy in Palatka

Kristi Whitford

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression
20 years offering treatment

I am a licensed clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience of working with individuals in crisis. Areas of specialization include mental health crisis and trauma, depression and anxiety, special needs population, adjustment disorder and relational issues (adult as well as parent/child). I have a very warm and empathetic approach; non judgmental, a good listener and easy to talk to. I am a client centered therapist and ready to help in the way most suited to your individual needs with a very tailored approach. These are very trying times with all that is going on in the world today. More than ever, people are reaching out for extra support. I commend those individuals who are brave enough to seek help and I look forward to partnering with you!

Psychologist Shirley Colee providing different types of therapy in Palatka

Shirley Colee

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
20 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Edward Driver providing different types of therapy in Palatka

Edward Driver

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
12 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Amber Poma providing different types of therapy in Palatka

Amber Poma

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseDepression
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I encourage feedback and open communication. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support and encourage you in that process. I look forward to working with you.

Psychologist Daniel Barrera providing different types of therapy in Palatka

Daniel Barrera

Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
10 years offering treatment

Hello, my name is Daniel, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). I earned my master’s in clinical psychology from Hope International University in Fullerton, CA. With over ten years of experience in the inpatient and counseling fields, I specialize in areas such as anxiety, depression, daily stressors, PTSD, developing coping strategies, fatherhood and young adult concerns. My approach to therapy is rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and solution-focused techniques. I believe that lasting change occurs when we are honest with ourselves and open to exploring new life strategies that can guide us toward a better path, bringing us closer to change and happiness. The future is ahead—let it begin today.

Psychologist Paola Soto-Ruiz providing different types of therapy in Palatka

Paola Soto-Ruiz

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Virginia Hillman providing different types of therapy in Palatka

Virginia Hillman

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
28 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 28 years clinical experience counseling adults of all ages. I have worked extensively with the impact of trauma and PTSD. My clinical training and experience have provided me with the ability to help clients who are dealing with anxiety, depression, increased stress, relationship concerns, family of origin related issues and problems with anger management. My approach in session is warm and interactive. I believe that you are the expert of your story. That you have both known and undiscovered strengths available to assist you with challenging issues. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Sara Zenlea providing different types of therapy in Palatka

Sara Zenlea

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
5 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Types of therapists available to clients in Palatka

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Palatka that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Palatka available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Palatka therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Palatka therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Palatka region and in the state of Florida.

How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want 

Therapists in Palatka can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Palatka may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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